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News Release 09-106
Racing the Clock: Rapid Climate Change Forces Scientists to Evaluate Extreme Conservation Strategies
Scientists debate if, when and how to relocate plants, animals and insects whose habitats have been damaged by climate change
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A tortoise on the edge of Athens, Greece.
Credit: Dov Sax
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Jessica Hellmann explains the justification for managed relocation.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Jessica Hellmann distinguishes between managed relocation and invasive species.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Jessica Hellmann explains the criteria for choosing candidates for managed relocation.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Jessica Hellmann explains the need to balance the risks of action and inaction.
Credit: National Science Foundation